Author: Malcolm Oliver Kab

Cognitive biases are invisible mental shortcuts that shape how you respond to information, often distorting facts to fit your beliefs. Learn how confirmation bias, self-serving bias, and others affect decisions - and how to catch them before they control you.

Doctors prescribe generics 90% of the time, but many still lack confidence in them. Learn how FDA-backed education tools, real-world data, and simple strategies can help you prescribe generics with certainty - and improve patient outcomes.

Learn which medications are safe or risky during the first trimester of pregnancy, including acetaminophen, NSAIDs, antidepressants, and antibiotics. Understand critical developmental windows and how to make safer choices.

Extreme heat increases overdose risk by concentrating drugs in the blood, stressing the heart, and impairing judgment. Learn practical steps to reduce risk during heatwaves and illness, including hydration, dose reduction, and accessing cooling centers.

Learn how to prevent dangerous duplicate medications after specialist visits, especially for seniors on multiple prescriptions. Simple steps like using one pharmacy, keeping a full med list, and asking the right questions can save lives.

Doctors prescribe generics for 90% of medications, but many don’t understand why they’re safe. This article explores the gap in medical education, how bioequivalence works, and what’s needed to build real confidence in generic drugs.

Learn how to safely take magnesium supplements with thyroid medication and antibiotics by spacing doses properly. Avoid reduced absorption and treatment failure with simple timing tips.

Boxed warnings are the FDA's strongest safety alerts on prescription drugs. Learn how these warnings change over time, how they're tracked through the SrLC database, and why staying updated matters for patient safety.

Under the Affordable Care Act in 2025, Marketplace plans offer essential health benefits, premium tax credits, and protection for pre-existing conditions. Learn how subsidies work, what changes are coming in 2026, and how to choose the right plan for your needs.

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the nervous system, causing nerve damage and varied symptoms. Learn how it develops, who's at risk, and what treatments are available today.